interim chief executive jobs in Edinburgh

You will set clear strategic direction, drive improvement, and foster a culture of accountability, inclusion and continuous learning. We are looking for a leader with: - A strong track record of senior executive leadership in complex, regulated organisations - Experience of leading transformation and improvement at scale

About Cyrenians: Cyrenians is an independent Scottish Charity, operating since 1968, committed to a Public Health Approach to Homelessness Prevention. The Chief Executive Officer of Cyrenians is not only the key strategic leadership role within the organisation but also externally, with cross-public and private sector organisations, ministers and political stakeholders, and of course those we...

We seek a visionary Chief Executive Officer committed to upholding the highest standards of corporate governance and driving radical innovation. This leader will champion the adoption of emerging technologies and ensure the organization remains competitive in rapidly evolving global markets. Responsibilities include maintaining stringent regulatory compliance, mitigating systemic business risks,...

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Interim M&A Advisor – Facilities Management Contract: 3–6 months Location: UK (flexible / remote) Start: Immediate We are seeking an experienced M&A Advisor to support a live transaction in the Facilities Management sector. This is a hands-on interim role, suited to a senior advisor with strong deal execution experience and the ability to operate at pace. Key Responsibilities - Act as lead...

You will take end-to-end ownership of product strategy and delivery across the digital banking platform, working closely with wider engineering, commercial, design and client stakeholders. You’ll operate comfortably between strategy and execution, translating institutional-grade banking requirements into scalable, intuitive digital products.

Title: Co-Founder / Fractional Chief Technology Officer Location: Remote (UK / EU only) Salary: Equity only (to start) - with vesting period Platform: AI-Native Talent Intelligence Platform Stage: Early product (working demo MVP) with live AWS infrastructure and AI workflows in place The Role We are recruiting for our sister business 'hdhnt', this is an AI-native Talent Acquisition platform...

Established in November 2020, the Scottish National Investment Bank ("the Bank") is Scotland's development bank. Now in its 5 th year, the Bank has committed over £991 million of its own capital and crowded in an additional £1.4 billion from other investors to support a diverse range of businesses, all delivering long‐term impact for the people of Scotland. The Bank is an impact investor,...

You will oversee financial and management accounting, policy and systems, and finance business partnering. Responsibilities include managing creditor payments, treasury functions, statutory reporting, capital accounting, and providing timely, accurate financial reporting.

Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) You'll work closely with customers and partners, ensuring our technology remains resilient, secure and genuinely impactful. Location: UK Remote - must be able to travel twice a month Are you a visionary leader who bridges product innovation and technical excellence, with a commercial lens and a "customer-first" mindset? Our client are looking for a...

We are looking for a bright, entrepreneurial CFO, who can join a small, lean management team and be a force to help take this medium sized, consistently profitable international Company to its next growth phase and beyond. The CFO works closely with the CEO and acts as her partner in the business goals. You need to be adaptable and prepared to roll up your sleeves, work at all levels and use...

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You will advise the Chief Executive and the Care Inspectorate Board on the implementation and development of policy, strategy, procedures and practice within these areas and ensure that corporate governance standards are upheld.

You will be a solutions-focused and forward-thinking leader with proven experience of managing diverse multidisciplinary teams and significant budgets.

About the job We're looking for two experienced candidates to join our board as Non-Executive Directors. As Members of the Board, the Non-Executive Directors together with the Chief Executive Officer are collectively responsible for fulfilling the role of the Board in running British Friendly for its long-term success in the interests of its members and other stakeholders. The Board oversees...

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ASA Recruitment's client, a Public Sector organisation in Edinburgh, are currently looking to recruit a Head of Finance on a hybrid basis, on initial 8 month contracts (with potential extensions) on a rate of c.£450-550/day inside of IR35 (based on experience). The Role This interim role provides vital continuity following the departure of the current Head of Finance on 1 January 2026. It will...

You will work closely with the senior leadership team to ensure technology investments directly support efficiency, compliance, and client value, while leading a high‐performing internal IT function and key external partners. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop, and inspire a responsive, service‐oriented IT team supporting internal and external stakeholders.

Cyrenians is an independent Scottish Charity, operating since 1968, committed to a Public Health Approach to Homelessness Prevention. The Chief Executive Officer of Cyrenians is not only the key strategic leadership role within the organisation but also externally, with cross-public and private sector organisations, ministers and political stakeholders, and of course those we support. Cyrenians'...

Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) You'll work closely with customers and partners, ensuring our technology remains resilient, secure and genuinely impactful. Location: UK Remote - must be able to travel twice a month Are you a visionary leader who bridges product innovation and technical excellence, with a commercial lens and a "customer-first" mindset? Our client are looking for a...

A leading Scottish charity is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead its strategic direction and operations. The successful candidate will have proven senior leadership experience and strong commercial acumen, playing a key role in influencing change in homelessness prevention. This Edinburgh-based role involves building relationships across sectors and requires exceptional...